Manager of Cloud Optimization Research

CloudZero is the leading cloud cost intelligence platform that empowers businesses to optimize cloud spending and align it with business goals.
$150,000 - $200,000
Cloud
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
51 - 100 Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Manager of Cloud Optimization Research

CloudZero, the leading cloud cost intelligence platform, is seeking a Manager of Cloud Optimization Research to spearhead their cloud cost optimization initiatives. This player/coach role combines hands-on technical leadership with team management, focusing on discovering and automating cloud cost optimization insights. The position sits at the intersection of cloud architecture, cost efficiency, and customer collaboration, working directly with the Office of the CTO.

The role involves leading a team of subject matter experts while actively contributing to technical solutions. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies across AWS, Azure, and GCP, collaborating with data science teams to integrate ML and AI into optimization processes. The position offers the opportunity to shape industry standards in cloud cost governance and architectural excellence.

Founded in 2016, CloudZero has secured significant venture capital funding and is rapidly growing. The platform helps organizations manage their cloud costs effectively by ingesting billing and usage data from all cloud, SaaS, and PaaS providers, organizing it in real-time according to business structures. This role is perfect for someone passionate about building well-architected, cost-effective cloud systems and solving complex cloud challenges.

The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including comprehensive healthcare, equity, and flexible work arrangements. The hybrid work environment is based in Boston, allowing for both collaborative in-person work and remote flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity for a technical leader who wants to make a lasting impact on how businesses manage their cloud investments while working with cutting-edge technology and driving innovation in cloud cost optimization.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Manager of Cloud Optimization Research

  • Lead and mentor a team of cloud optimization experts
  • Contribute to code development, infrastructure automation, and technical design
  • Collaborate with customers to understand cloud usage patterns and business objectives
  • Design and implement algorithms for cloud usage analysis
  • Coordinate optimization research across cloud platforms
  • Ensure cloud solutions adhere to best practices
  • Engage directly with customers for technical briefings
  • Work with data science team to integrate ML and AI
  • Develop models for cloud cost forecasting
  • Stay current with emerging trends and pricing updates

Requirements For Manager of Cloud Optimization Research

Python
  • Proven experience leading technical teams
  • Strong hands-on experience with AWS (Azure and GCP is a plus)
  • Solid background in Cloud, DevOps, or Site Reliability Engineering
  • Proficiency in infrastructure automation and development
  • Strong data analysis skills including SQL
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Prior experience in client-facing role
  • Get Stuff Done mindset
  • Passion for continuous learning

Benefits For Manager of Cloud Optimization Research

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive Health Care, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • CloudZero Equity
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Parental Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • PTO

Interested in this job?

Jobs Related To CloudZero Manager of Cloud Optimization Research

FinOps & Developer Experience Engineering Manager

Lead CloudZero's FinOps strategy and Developer Experience team, combining technical leadership with industry influence as a FinOps evangelist and engineering manager.

Critical Infrastructure Electrical Engineer, Field Engineering (Level 4)

Critical Infrastructure Electrical Engineer position at AWS, providing full life-cycle support to data centers and leading engineering initiatives for infrastructure improvements.

Staff Software Engineer, Network - Edge

Staff Software Engineer position at Airbnb focusing on cloud infrastructure, edge computing, and network systems, offering remote work and competitive compensation.

Senior Staff Software Engineer, Network Infrastructure

Senior Staff Software Engineer position at Airbnb focusing on Network Infrastructure, building and maintaining cloud-native network stack and edge services.

Staff Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure

Staff Software Engineer position at Airbnb focusing on cloud infrastructure, offering remote work and competitive compensation between $204K-$260K.